What our Experts Think
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Wide Coverage & Deep Penetration: 48″ working width with 32 separate coring plugs that penetrate up to 2½″ into the soil, helping water, air, and nutrients reach grassroots effectively.
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Customizable Weight Tray: Built‑in tray supports up to 140 lbs of additional weight so you can add ballast for deeper core aeration in compacted turf.
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Smooth Tow‑Behind Design: Pin‑style hitch and 10″ pneumatic tires enable easy attachment to ATVs, lawn tractors, or riding mowers with 12 HP+—rolling effortlessly over varied terrain.
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Durable & Weather‑Resistant: Powder‑coat finish and rugged construction stand up to seasonal outdoor use.
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Smart Lawn Care Tool: Great for homeowners and groundskeepers looking to reduce compaction, promote healthier turf, and improve lawn maintenance results.
Q&A
Q: What is the Strongway 49167 Tow Behind Lawn Aerator?
A: It’s a 48‑inch wide tow‑behind plug lawn aerator designed to help improve lawn health by allowing water and nutrients to reach grassroots.
Q: What does the 49167 aerator do?
A: The aerator creates 32 coring plugs that penetrate soil up to 2.5 inches deep, helping reduce soil compaction and promote better root growth.
Q: What size lawns is this for?
A: With a 48 in. working width, it’s ideal for medium to large lawns, making aeration efficient over larger areas.
Q: How is it used?
A: It attaches to a lawn tractor, ATV, or similar vehicle with a pin‑style hitch (12 HP or more recommended) for pulling across turf.
Q: Is this product durable?
A: Designed with a heavy‑duty frame and pneumatic tires to handle varied terrain while aerating.
Q: Who benefits from this aerator?
A: Homeowners, landscapers, and grounds crews looking to improve lawn health and soil quality at lower cost than rental alternatives.
Maintenance Tips
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Clean after each use: Remove soil and debris from the coring plugs and frame with a stiff brush or hose; dry completely before storage to prevent rust.
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Inspect tines regularly: Check the 32 coring spikes for wear, bending, or damage; replace damaged plugs to ensure consistent aeration performance.
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Check and tighten fasteners: Periodically verify that all nuts, bolts, hitch pins, and hardware are secure to avoid loosening from vibration.
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Wheel care: Ensure pneumatic tires are properly inflated and free of debris; lubricate wheel hubs/axle as needed.
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Lubricate moving parts: Lightly grease pivot points and shafts before long storage to protect against corrosion and stiffness.
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Store dry & protected: Store the aerator in a clean, dry area out of the elements; remove any added weight before long‑term storage.
